1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 11 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 303 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (304 Nm). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Quest |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 76 L |
