1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1983 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Stanza 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 172 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Stanza. 1983 Nissan Stanza 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. 1983 Nissan Stanza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1983 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
Model | Jalpa | Stanza |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |