2003 Audi RS4 vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2003 Audi RS4 is newer by 15 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, 2003 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi RS4 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, 2003 Audi RS4 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, 2003 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS4 | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | RS4 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
