1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Prairie 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 173 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 522 kg more than 1988 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Jalpa | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
