1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 445 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Sierra | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |