1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage 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 462 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.

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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Aston Martin Vantage 2009 Hyundai Elantra
Make Aston Martin Hyundai
Model Vantage Elantra
Year Released 1998 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5341 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 600 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 814 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 82.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 93.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.2:1 10.1:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 53 L


 

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