1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 147 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Plymouth |
| Model | Jalpa | VIP |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
