2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 675 kg more than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Lamborghini | Vauxhall |
Model | Diablo | Chevette |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 618 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |