1986 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2005 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2005 Holden Vectra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Vectra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1986 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 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Vectra, 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, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Vectra. 2005 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2005 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Holden |
| Model | Jalpa | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
