1986 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 582 kg more than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Land Rover |
| Model | Jalpa | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |
