1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 23 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 173 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 812 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 96 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 | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |
