1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 138 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jalpa | 626 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
