1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 130 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 530 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
Model | Jalpa | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |