1981 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa 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 218 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | Lagonda | Corsa |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1450 cc |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |