1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 30 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, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 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 688 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (360 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | Lagonda | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1537 kg |
