1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 27 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 80 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 295 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 93 L |
