2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1984 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Rekord 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 434 more horse power than 1984 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 415 kg more than 1984 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 (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 1984 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 618 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
