1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lamborghini |
| Model | Rocky | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
