1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Ford Escort

To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 14 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 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 650 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. 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, 1998 Ford Escort, 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 1998 Ford Escort
Make Aston Martin Ford
Model V8 Vantage Escort
Year Released 1984 1998
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 1391 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 370 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1400 mm