1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 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 142 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 695 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. 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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jalpa | R-100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
