1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 1999 Lamborghini Diablo and 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 315 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 102 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Diablo | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 81 L |
