1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today 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 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 270 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Saloon | Today |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 57 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |