1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1980 Steyr G-series. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1980 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 12 kg more than 1980 Steyr G-series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Steyr G-series 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Steyr G-series. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Steyr |
| Model | V8 Vantage | G-series |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
