1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 1997 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1997 Mazda Sentia is newer by 10 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 67 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Sentia. 1997 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1987 Lamborghini Portofino has manual transmission. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 1997 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Portofino | Sentia |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |