1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
Model | Kingswood | Portofino |
Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |