1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1289 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | Lagonda | 5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2440 mm |
