1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 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 391 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 208 kg more than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
