1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 23 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) has 339 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 21 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
Model | V8 Vantage | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 745 Nm | 345 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 85 L |