1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 322 kg more than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
Make | Lamborghini | Vauxhall |
Model | Jalpa | Ventora |
Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |