1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Portofino 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 169 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 490 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lamborghini Portofino 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 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323, 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, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Portofino | 323 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
