1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 174 kg more than 1968 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Jalpa | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
