2006 Ford Escape vs. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 21 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 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Escape | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
