1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru 1.8 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 409 more horse power than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 860 kg more than 1986 Subaru 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Subaru 1.8 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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 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 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
