2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2008 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sprinter | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
