1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 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 99 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
| Model | Jalpa | 604 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
