1995 Acura Integra vs. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra, 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra. 1995 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | Integra | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
