1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Jalpa | Levante |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |