1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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 87 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima. 2007 Nissan Altima 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. 2007 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Jalpa | Altima |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
