2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Ford Granada. 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada. 1984 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2003 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 1984 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Diablo | Granada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
