1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 5 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 161 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 425 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21, 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, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
| Model | Jalpa | 21 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
