1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa 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 184 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 685 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Jalpa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
