1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 25 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 77 more horse power than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (240 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 137 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 2004 Honda Odyssey, 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) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Volante | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 76 L |