1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 20 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) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 13 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Jalpa | Sable |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
