1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 17 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 107 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 775 kg more than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Jalpa | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
