1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1999 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 109 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Express. 1999 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1999 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | Lagonda | Express |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3440 mm |