2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1993 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet S-10 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) has 233 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3130 mm |
