1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 156 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky.
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, 2009 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Lamborghini | Saturn |
Model | Jalpa | Sky |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |