1981 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 32 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | Lagonda | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2946 mm |