1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa

To start off, 1992 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.

Because 1986 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 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick LeSabre. 1992 Buick LeSabre 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. 1992 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1992 Buick LeSabre 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa
Make Buick Lamborghini
Model LeSabre Jalpa
Year Released 1992 1986
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3791 cc 3479 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 168 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 80 L


 

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