1982 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 600 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | Lagonda | F-Type |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2600 mm |
