1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 65 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Plymouth |
| Model | Jalpa | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
