1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 1982 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 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
Model | Jalpa | Monterey |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |