1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 240 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 300 kg more than 2011 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo 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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tata |
| Model | Lagonda | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2425 mm |
