1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1999 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 227 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1999 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Lagonda | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
