1981 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1973 Volvo 1800. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | Lagonda | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
