1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 630 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 V8 Zagato. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Zagato | Accord |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |