1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, both 1998 Aston Martin Vantage and 1998 Chevrolet Prizm were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,970 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 1998 Aston Martin 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 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1998 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vantage | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
