2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1017 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 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2007 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ram | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
