2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2980 mm |
