1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1986 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1986 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 592 kg more than 1986 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1986 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Taurus |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |