1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 317 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 950 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
