1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1991 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1991 Nissan Terrano is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 63 kg more than 1991 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1991 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Volante | Terrano |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |