2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 21 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 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 641 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 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, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | GMC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Canyon | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3480 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 | 315 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 | 2141 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
