1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1999 Nissan Serena is newer by 10 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) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 192 kg more than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. 1999 Nissan Serena 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. 1999 Nissan Serena will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Jalpa | Serena |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1840 mm |
