1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville. 1986 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Seville | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
