1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1980 Audi Sport
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1980 Audi Sport | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Lagonda | Sport |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2210 mm |
