1976 Renault 20 vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, both 1976 Renault 20 and 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (97 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 969 kg more than 1976 Renault 20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20, 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Renault 20 | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Renault | Aston Martin |
Model | 20 | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1645 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |