1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 645 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Jalpa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
