1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 24 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 228 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 568 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Volante | Mobilio |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |