1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 11 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 117 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera 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, 2000 Opel Frontera 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Jalpa | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| 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 | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
