1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2004 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Maxima is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 55 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2004 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2004 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2004 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
Model | Jalpa | Maxima |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |