1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1978 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 940 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1978 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Vantage | Passat |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |