1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 435 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. 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, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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 (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Diablo | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
