1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 28 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 116 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 44 kg more than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1984 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 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Jalpa | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
