1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
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 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Jalpa | Altima |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1469 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 | 76 L |
