2000 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord 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 438 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord. 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
