1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 25 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Lamborghini | Cadillac |
Model | Jalpa | Escalade |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |