1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 11 kg more than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Jalpa | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
