1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Opel Kadett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 1986 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Kadett.
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, 1986 Opel Kadett, 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Jalpa | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
