1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony

To start off, both 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda and 1985 Hyundai Pony were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP) has 244 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1985 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 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Aston Martin Lagonda 1985 Hyundai Pony
Make Aston Martin Hyundai
Model Lagonda Pony
Year Released 1985 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5341 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 310 HP 66 HP
Torque 434 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 234 km/hour 153 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2100 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 5290 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2390 mm


 

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