1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 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 74 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (178 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lamborghini | Subaru |
Model | Jalpa | Legacy |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |