2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 446 kg more than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Rendezvous | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
