1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1984 Audi 5000
To start off, 1984 Audi 5000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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) has 448 more horse power than 1984 Audi 5000. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 5000.
Because 1984 Audi 5000 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, 1984 Audi 5000 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) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 5000. (136 Nm). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 5000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1984 Audi 5000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 5000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
