2008 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 114 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 145 kg more than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1984 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 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Accord | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
