1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 178 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. 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, 1995 Mazda 626, 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jalpa | 626 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
