2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord 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 260 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 555 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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, 1989 Honda Accord, 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
