2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Nitro | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
