2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Avalanche | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
