1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 26 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 52 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 351 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (385 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Volante | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |
