1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph TR7 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 148 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 455 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR7. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
| Model | Jalpa | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
