1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 26 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 270 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Vantage | Citi |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 49 L |