1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1970 Renault 8
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 8 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1970 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1970 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1970 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 38 L |
