2004 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 489 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
