2004 Volkswagen Bora vs. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 870 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Bora | 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Aston Martin |
| Model | Bora | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |
