1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2004 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Opel Speedster is newer by 20 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 112 more horse power than 2004 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster. 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, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2004 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | Lagonda | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 36 L |
