2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1994 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro 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 237 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1994 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Astro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
