1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 207 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 680 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, 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, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
| Model | Jalpa | Express |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
