1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 1988 TVR S2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 84 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 510 kg more than 1988 TVR S2. 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, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | TVR |
| Model | Jalpa | S2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| 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 | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
