1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
