1981 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1999 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Move is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 233 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Move, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Move. 1999 Daihatsu Move has automatic transmission and 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daihatsu Move will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1999 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Lagonda | Move |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |
