1986 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 18 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 45 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2004 Nissan Frontier 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (318 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Jalpa | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
