1981 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 27 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 255 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | Lagonda | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |