1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Seville is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 629 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Seville | 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
Model | Seville | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |