2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | GMC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Canyon | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
