1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 27 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 48 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 150 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS. 2009 Lexus IS 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. 2009 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2009 Lexus IS | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
Model | Jalpa | IS |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |