1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 34 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 147 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 698 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lagonda | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
