1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 14 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 134 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. 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, 2002 Nissan Primera, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Jalpa | Primera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
