2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 18 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 160 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 582 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 640 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 | 1395 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
