1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 630 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie, 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Prairie | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
Model | Prairie | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4384 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2604 mm |