1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 585 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
| Model | Jalpa | 9 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
