1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2011 Holden Cruze is newer by 17 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) has 404 more horse power than 2011 Holden Cruze. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Cruze.
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, 2011 Holden Cruze, 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 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Cruze. (176 Nm). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
