1982 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 990 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | Lagonda | Torana |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2590 mm |
