2004 Acura MDX vs. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX. 2004 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | MDX | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| 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 | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 113 L |
