1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1984 Holden Statesman
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 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Statesman 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 431 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 250 kg more than 1984 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Statesman. 1984 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1984 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | Vantage | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
