1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 780 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Lagonda | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2210 mm |
