2000 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1980 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 265 kg more than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (617 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. 1980 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 2000 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Lamborghini Diablo | 1980 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Lamborghini | Reliant |
Model | Diablo | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5705 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |