1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Isuzu I-280. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | Lagonda | I-280 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3200 mm |
