2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 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 137 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 108 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mondeo | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
