1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 19 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 63 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
Model | Jalpa | Elise |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |