1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1994 Holden Statesman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 128 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (242 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 205 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman. 1994 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Vantage | Statesman |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |