1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 18 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 168 more horse power than 2004 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 2004 Holden Frontera 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 @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera. 2004 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
