2008 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
