1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 27 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 170 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | V8 Volante | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1834 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |
