1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 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 Q7 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 Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2012 Audi Q7 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. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Audi |
Model | Jalpa | Q7 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |