1982 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2003 Holden Monaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 80 more horse power than 2003 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 498 kg more than 2003 Holden Monaro. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | Lagonda | Monaro |
Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |