1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra 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 243 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (127 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 5 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 2004 Lancia Phedra, 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | V8 Vantage | Phedra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |