1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1983 Chrysler Limousine
To start off, 1983 Chrysler Limousine is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1983 Chrysler Limousine. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Chrysler Limousine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 565 kg more than 1983 Chrysler Limousine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler Limousine, 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chrysler Limousine. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chrysler Limousine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1983 Chrysler Limousine | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Limousine |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3330 mm |
