1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 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 92 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jalpa | C |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3479 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 69 L |