2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 465 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Aveo | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
