1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 830 kg more than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Suburban | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |
