1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 63 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon. 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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Falcon | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Falcon | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1509 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |