1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 245. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 245.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | V8 Volante | 245 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |