1986 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 24 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 313 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 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2010 Buick Lucerne 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. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Buick |
| Model | Jalpa | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
