2000 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion

To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Starion 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 389 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 345 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. (215 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion 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. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Lamborghini Diablo 1982 Mitsubishi Starion
Make Lamborghini Mitsubishi
Model Diablo Starion
Year Released 2000 1982
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5705 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 523 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 617 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1185 kg


 

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