2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 895 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Sunny |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |