2005 GMC Safari vs. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 394 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | GMC | Lamborghini |
Model | Safari | Jalpa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |