2004 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Plymouth |
| Model | Diablo | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
