1986 Ford Granada vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 241 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. 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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Granada | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
