1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 82 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 117 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Subaru |
| Model | Jalpa | Outback |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1617 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
