1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 14 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 409 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva, 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 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 65 L |
