1994 Holden Statesman vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1994 Holden Statesman is newer by 5 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. 1994 Holden Statesman 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. 1994 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Statesman | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
