1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 119 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 660 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. 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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | Lagonda | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 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 | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |
