1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna 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 408 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 622 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna 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. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
Model | V8 Vantage | Magna |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |