2001 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 640 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Suzuki |
| Model | Murcielago | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6192 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 563 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
