1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 19 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Jalpa | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
