1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (283 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
