1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 296 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 880 kg more than 1994 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
