1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
Model | Diablo | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 227 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 | 1600 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |