1993 Honda Legend vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino

To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 6 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 24 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 80 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, 1993 Honda Legend, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda Legend 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
Make Honda Lamborghini
Model Legend Portofino
Year Released 1993 1987
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3206 cc 3485 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 201 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1360 mm


 

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