1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1991 Audi S2
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 11 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 333 more horse power than 1991 Audi S2. (216 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 Audi S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi S2 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, 1991 Audi S2 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1991 Audi S2 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | S2 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |
