1983 Lada Niva vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 1 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 176 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva 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, 1983 Lada Niva 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
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1983 Lada Niva | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Lada | Lamborghini |
Model | Niva | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |