2001 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2001 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (235 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 314 kg more than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram, 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, 2001 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ram | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
