1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 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 257 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 336 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo, 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
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 | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 59 L |