1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 153 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (249 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 535 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 135 L |
