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 |