1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 23 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 338 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 76 L |
