2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Citroen Visa

To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa 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 345 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 988 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 1985 Citroen Visa
Make Aston Martin Citroen
Model V8 Vantage Visa
Year Released 2008 1985
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4280 cc 652 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 380 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 50 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 280 km/hour 119 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 722 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.8 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 40 L