1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 24 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 199 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 106 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 2004 Renault Espace, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Volante | Espace |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 83 L |
