1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 546 kg more than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (344 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jalpa | Viano |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |