1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 415 kg more than 1979 Chrysler 160. 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, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | 160 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
