1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1989 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1989 Dodge Daytona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 616 kg more than 1989 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Daytona, 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 V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1989 Dodge Daytona | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Vantage | Daytona |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |