2005 Kia Shuma vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa

To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 16 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 152 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2005 Kia Shuma, 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.

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2005 Kia Shuma 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
Make Kia Lamborghini
Model Shuma Jalpa
Year Released 2005 1989
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1594 cc 3485 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L