1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 8 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 111 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. 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, 1997 Rover 200, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Rover |
| Model | Jalpa | 200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
