1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1998 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 412 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
