1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 236 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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 @ 3250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Lamborghini | Oldsmobile |
Model | Jalpa | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |