1986 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1998 Suzuki X90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 396 kg more than 1998 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Suzuki |
| Model | Jalpa | X90 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
