1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 500 kg more than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Jalpa | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
