1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. 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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
| Model | Lagonda | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 39 L |
