1991 Honda CRX vs. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1991 Honda CRX. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 510 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX, 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, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | CRX | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
