2000 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2000 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Prelude, 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, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Prelude | 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Prelude | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
