1979 Holden GTS vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS. 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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden GTS | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
Model | GTS | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |