1996 Oldsmobile SS vs. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 1980 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 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS, 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile SS | 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Aston Martin |
| Model | SS | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
