2002 Subaru Outback vs. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 24 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 132 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 736 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Subaru | Aston Martin |
| Model | Outback | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
