1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 284 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Murano |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 82 L |