1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. 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, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | Lagonda | Cresta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |