1995 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva 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, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Lada | Lamborghini |
| Model | Niva | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
