2005 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 575 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit. 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Diablo | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 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 | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
