1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Skoda L is newer by 6 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 195 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 615 kg more than 1990 Skoda L. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1990 Skoda L | |
Make | Lamborghini | Skoda |
Model | Jalpa | L |
Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3479 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |