1997 Acura Integra vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1997 Acura Integra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 608 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra.
Because 1989 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 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra, 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (176 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | Integra | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 402 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
