2004 Honda Element vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 15 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 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 11 kg more than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Element | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
