1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 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 260 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1531 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | Lagonda | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
