1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 23 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 145 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 66 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Jalpa | Touran |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 13.5:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |