1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort 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) has 324 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1984 Ford Escort | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Escort |
Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 78 HP |
Torque | 550 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |