1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 21 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 212 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 @ 4900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Explorer |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |