1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 67 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Diablo | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
