1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 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 115 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 76 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1985 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 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2012 Ford Mondeo 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. 2012 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
Model | Jalpa | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |