1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 21 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 98 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Jalpa | Previa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
