1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 377 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (166 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 407 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Outback |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 64 L |
