1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1996 Lotus Esprit

To start off, 1996 Lotus Esprit is newer by 7 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, 1996 Lotus Esprit (285 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.

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, 1996 Lotus Esprit (510 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm). This means 1996 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Lamborghini Jalpa 1996 Lotus Esprit
Make Lamborghini Lotus
Model Jalpa Esprit
Year Released 1989 1996
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 3485 cc 2174 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 285 HP
Torque 314 Nm 510 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 8.0:1
Top Speed 227 km/hour 265 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2420 mm


 

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