1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 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 5 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy 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. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lamborghini | Subaru |
Model | Jalpa | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |