2009 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 21 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 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (218 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | A4 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
