1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2000 Tata Safari 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 90 more horse power than 2000 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 570 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
Because 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 2000 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Tata |
| Model | Portofino | Safari |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
