1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce 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 146 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 245 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jalpa | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
