1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 384 kg more than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Blazer | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
