1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1999 Renault Zo

To start off, 1999 Renault Zo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1999 Renault Zo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Zo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 239 kg more than 1999 Renault Zo. 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Zo. (260 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Zo. 1999 Renault Zo has automatic transmission and 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Zo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante 1999 Renault Zo
Make Aston Martin Renault
Model V8 Volante Zo
Year Released 1978 1999
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5340 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 260 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1814 kg 1575 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 97 L 83 L


 

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