1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 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 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 576 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (434 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Saloon | Express |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3440 mm |
