1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | Lagonda | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |