1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 17 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 175 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 980 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude. 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, 2001 Honda Prelude, 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) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Prelude |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 212 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 90.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 73 L |