2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Tahoe | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
