1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (209 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 700 kg more than 1994 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850, 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, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | Lagonda | 850 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
