1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 23 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 41 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Audi |
| Model | Jalpa | A4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
