1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara

To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 1996 Suzuki Vitara
Make Aston Martin Suzuki
Model V8 Vantage Vitara
Year Released 1993 1996
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5339 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 543 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 745 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1360 kg


 

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