1986 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 21 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 122 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 425 kg more than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner 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, 2007 Mercury Mariner 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner 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. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
Model | Jalpa | Mariner |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3479 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |