2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva 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 304 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lada Niva 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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 Lada Niva | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
Model | V8 Vantage | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |