1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 654 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Jalpa | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
