1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 665 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Escort |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
