1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 19 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Excursion. (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Excursion. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Excursion |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 3240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 167 L |