1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1978 Volvo 66
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 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 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 245 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1396 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66. 1978 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | Lagonda | 66 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
