1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva 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 238 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 604 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva 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 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
Model | V8 Volante | Niva |
Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 42 L |