2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ranger | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 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 | 1220 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
