2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru 1.8 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 247 more horse power than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 515 kg more than 1986 Subaru 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
