1993 Ford Focus vs. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Ford Focus. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Focus.
Because 1978 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 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus, 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Focus | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
