1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 14 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 446 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1994 Rover 100 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
Model | V8 Vantage | 100 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |