1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (131 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jalpa | 190 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
