1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 16 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 31 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (221 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jalpa | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
