2005 Acura MDX vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 16 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, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 546 kg more than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Acura | Lamborghini |
| Model | MDX | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
