1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1993 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1993 Ford Fairlane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 490 kg more than 1993 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fairlane. 1993 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1993 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Lagonda | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2930 mm |
