1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 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 144 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jalpa | 626 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
