1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 25 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 319 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 351 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Durango |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 102 L |
