1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II

To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP) has 303 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 1970 Land Rover Serie II
Make Aston Martin Land Rover
Model V8 Vantage Serie II
Year Released 1984 1970
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 2284 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 370 HP 67 HP
Torque 510 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 2070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2780 mm


 

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