1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 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 108 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 205 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
Model | Jalpa | 504 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |