2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 673 kg more than 1983 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1983 Renault 5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | V8 Vantage | 5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 51 L |