1978 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 570 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, 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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Accord | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
