1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 24 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 123 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 41 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus. 2002 Hyundai Equus 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. 2002 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
Model | V8 Volante | Equus |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |