2008 Acura MDX vs. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 775 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
Model | MDX | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |