1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 25 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) has 273 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 820 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. 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, 2012 Renault Thalia, 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) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2012 Renault Thalia 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. 2012 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | V8 Vantage | Thalia |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2473 mm |