1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 16 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 69 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lagonda | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3440 mm |
