1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 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 218 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (99 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 306 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 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | V8 Volante | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 60 L |
