1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 29 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 173 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante 2008 Jeep Cherokee
Make Aston Martin Jeep
Model V8 Volante Cherokee
Year Released 1979 2008
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5341 cc 2427 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 144 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 101 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 241 km/hour 167 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1818 kg 1817 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 97 L 70 L


 

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