1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 19 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, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
| Model | Portofino | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |
