2001 Dodge Durango vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2001 Dodge Durango is newer by 12 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 475 kg more than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2001 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Durango | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
