1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 32 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 70 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 225 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Volante | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 42 L |
