1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 22 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 119 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 2007 Toyota RAV4, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Jalpa | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
