1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 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 401 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 695 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra 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 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (238 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |
