1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (207 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 64 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
