1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 242 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (128 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 471 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Vantage | Multivan |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |