1989 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 685 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Escort | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2601 mm |
