1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 17 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) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 4 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable, 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, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Jalpa | Sable |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
