1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2000 Honda Passport
To start off, 2000 Honda Passport is newer by 22 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) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Passport.
Because 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Passport, 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Passport. 2000 Honda Passport 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. 2000 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2000 Honda Passport | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Volante | Passport |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 256 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |