1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 20 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 135 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 646 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Ram |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 132 L |
