2009 Ford Flex vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 20 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex, 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Flex | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Flex | Jalpa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |