1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 16 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 113 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 249 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1998 Mazda Levante 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Jalpa | Levante |
Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |