1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1978 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 806 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1978 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | Lagonda | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
