1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Monza 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 138 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 174 kg more than 1984 Opel Monza. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Jalpa | Monza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
