1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 19 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 5,340 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 216 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 383 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 98 L |
