2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 495 kg more than 1987 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lada Niva 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1987 Lada Niva | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
Model | V8 Vantage | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 43 L |