1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 152 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 404 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | V8 Volante | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 64 L |
