1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 11 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 148 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1999 Honda HR-V 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | HR-V | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
