1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 31 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) has 384 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 65 L |
