1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 790 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva, 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, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
Model | Lagonda | Achieva |
Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |