1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Saturn Relay

To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay 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 173 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Relay. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Relay.

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 Saturn Relay, 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Relay. 2004 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2004 Saturn Relay
Make Aston Martin Saturn
Model V8 Vantage Relay
Year Released 1984 2004
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 370 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 299 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3050 mm


 

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