1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 126 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Saloon | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 68 L |
