1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 4 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 136 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 530 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle. 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, 1991 Honda Shuttle, 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Shuttle | Portofino |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
