1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 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 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 476 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
Model | Jalpa | Yaris |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |