1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1979 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Cosmo 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 160 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 410 kg more than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. 1979 Mazda Cosmo 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. 1979 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1979 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jalpa | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
