1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 26 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 49 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (176 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 122 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
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, 2013 Ford Escape, 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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. 2013 Ford Escape 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. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
Model | Portofino | Escape |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 57 L |