1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1984 Audi Quattro
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 674 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1984 Audi Quattro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Vantage | Quattro |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |