1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 20 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 169 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 109 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | V8 Volante | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3040 mm |
