1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 20 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 110 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 105 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Vauxhall |
| Model | Jalpa | Omega |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
