1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1976 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1157 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 404. 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.
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1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1976 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | Lagonda | 404 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |