1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Lada Samara II
To start off, 1998 Lada Samara II is newer by 11 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 303 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 850 kg more than 1998 Lada Samara II. 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, 1998 Lada Samara II, 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 1998 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Samara II |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| 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 | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
