1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 21 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 700 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 78 L |
