1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Ford Escape

To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 29 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 378 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2009 Ford Escape
Make Aston Martin Ford
Model V8 Vantage Escape
Year Released 1980 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 2976 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 549 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6550 RPM
Torque 745 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 113 L 62 L


 

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