1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 121 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (249 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Vue.
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 Saturn Vue, 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue. 2010 Saturn Vue 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. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Saturn |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Vue |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 61 L |
