1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 25 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 125 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 2012 Mazda 6, 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2012 Mazda 6 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. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jalpa | 6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
