2000 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Honda Civic

To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lamborghini Diablo 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 383 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 344 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 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 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (617 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Lamborghini Diablo 2012 Honda Civic
Make Lamborghini Honda
Model Diablo Civic
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5705 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 523 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 617 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1186 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 50 L


 

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