2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (255 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Rainier | Jalpa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |