1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 422 kg more than 1990 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar. 1990 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
Model | Diablo | Telstar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 605 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |