1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 16 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 5,994 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 150 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, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. (96 Nm). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Jalpa | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 5994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
