1996 Honda CRX vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 7 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 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
Model | CRX | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |