1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 9 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 107 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 555 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
Model | Jalpa | Speedster |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 217 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 Weight | 1500 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |