1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 15 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 334 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 14 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Explorer |
Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |