1980 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (73 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lamborghini |
| Model | Jetta | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
