1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 175 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Conquest | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
