1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Lagonda | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3050 mm |
