1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1995 Rover 214. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 214. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1995 Rover 214. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214, 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | Lagonda | 214 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 50 L |
