1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 114 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 126 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Lamborghini Jalpa 2012 Volkswagen Touran
Make Lamborghini Volkswagen
Model Jalpa Touran
Year Released 1989 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3485 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 227 km/hour 200 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1374 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 60 L


 

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