1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 708 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Lagonda | Escape |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
