1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | Lagonda | Omega |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |