1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. (242 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. (340 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | V8 Saloon | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1669 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2662 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 70 L |
