1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 24 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 248 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 503 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Vantage | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |
