1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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 104 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 185 kg more than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Lamborghini | Honda |
Model | Jalpa | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3479 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |