1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 675 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Skyline |
Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |