1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 59 L |
