2006 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 86 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. 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, 2006 Honda Accord, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Accord | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 166 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
