1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 26 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 42 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 433 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Volante | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 95 L |
