2008 Acura RDX vs. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX. 2008 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | RDX | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 113 L |
