1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 19 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 99 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango. 2008 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. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Durango |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| 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 | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1860 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 |
