1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 22 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 113 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 131 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, 2011 Kia Carens, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Lamborghini | Kia |
Model | Jalpa | Carens |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |