1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Valiant.
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1978 Chrysler Valiant | 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
Model | Valiant | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |