1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 24 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 82 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 502 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | Lagonda | V50 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 57 L |
