1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (232 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest. 2009 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Jalpa | Quest |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
