1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 585 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1993 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Lagonda | Verada |
Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |