1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 11 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 220 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 895 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 1995 Ford Escort, 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Lagonda | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
