1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 16 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 182 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1021 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. 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, 2000 Acura EL, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Acura |
| Model | Lagonda | EL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2619 mm |
