1998 Acura SLX vs. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1998 Acura SLX is newer by 20 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) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Acura SLX. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura SLX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 651 kg more than 1998 Acura SLX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Acura SLX, 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) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura SLX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura SLX | 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | SLX | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2920 mm |
