1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jalpa | 190 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
