1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 33 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 265 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 213 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia. 2013 GMC Acadia 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. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 83 L |
