1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 18 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 130 more horse power than 2005 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Pilot. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Pilot |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 77 L |