2000 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo 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 (524 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 2000 Honda Civic, 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 (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic 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. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 524 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
