1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1987 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 86 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Patrol 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Patrol |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |