1995 Acura Legend vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 1984 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 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Acura | Lamborghini |
| Model | Legend | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
