1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2001 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 23 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 217 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 31 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 2001 Hyundai Satellite, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2001 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | V8 Volante | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
