2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP) has 210 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 574 kg more than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (481 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. 2000 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 1996 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet SSR 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
Make Chevrolet Lamborghini
Model SSR Diablo
Year Released 2000 1996
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5324 cc 5706 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 510 HP
Torque 481 Nm 580 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2150 kg 1576 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2680 mm


 

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