2005 Acura MDX vs. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | MDX | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 97 L |
