1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 22 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 143 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jalpa | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
