1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2004 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Meriva 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 169 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Meriva, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2004 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Vauxhall |
| Model | Jalpa | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
