2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 490 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Kia | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sorento | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
