1986 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 92 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Subaru |
| Model | Jalpa | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
