1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 675 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Skoda |
| Model | Jalpa | L |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 825 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
