1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Explorer | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
