2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Aston Martin V8 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 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic, 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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1984 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
