2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Terrano 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 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano 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, 1990 Nissan Terrano 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 (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
