1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1993 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 15 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 140 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. (146 HP @ 4850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 481 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1993 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | Lagonda | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
