1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1974 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona 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 193 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 590 kg more than 1974 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1974 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
Model | Jalpa | Ascona |
Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |