1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 96 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Volante | Explorer |
Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |