1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 691 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | Lagonda | Viper |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 449 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 664 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |