1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 18 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 167 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 459 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango. 2007 Dodge Durango 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. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Durango |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 102 L |
