1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda

To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Aston Martin Virage.

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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Aston Martin Virage 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda
Make Aston Martin Aston Martin
Model Virage Lagonda
Year Released 1992 1984
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5338 cc 5339 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 344 HP 309 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 2100 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1310 mm


 

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