1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 260 kg more than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
