1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 119 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Lagonda | Armada |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3140 mm |
