1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 246 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (291 Nm). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
