1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude 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 436 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude, 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Prelude |
Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 61 L |