2004 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Tracer 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 396 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 650 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer, 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, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Diablo | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
