1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1987 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 174 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 549 kg more than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker, 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1987 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | V8 Volante | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
