1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 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 118 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 2007 Mazda 6, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jalpa | 6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
