1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 13 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 109 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna, 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna 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. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
Model | Portofino | Laguna |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |