1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 189 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 85 L |
