1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 Volvo 245 is newer by 14 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 245.
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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | Lagonda | 245 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
