2002 Acura MDX vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX. 2002 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | MDX | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 5338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 549 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 113 L |
