1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 23 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 205 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 207 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran, 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lagonda | Touran |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 60 L |
