2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 18 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 439 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Explorer | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
