1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol 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 455 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 83 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol 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, 1986 Nissan Patrol 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 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Patrol |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |