2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota MR2 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 350 more horse power than 1997 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 515 kg more than 1997 Toyota MR2. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Diablo | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
