2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 29 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 113 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 557 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Hyundai | Aston Martin |
| Model | Tucson | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2920 mm |
