1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1987 Renault 9
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 9 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1987 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1987 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1987 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 9 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 38 L |
