1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 1994 Renault 19 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 880 kg more than 1994 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 19 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |
