1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace, 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, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
| Model | Jalpa | Espace |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
