1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 20 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 82 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 50 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, 2009 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jalpa | 6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
