1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1991 Honda CRX
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 10 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 167 more horse power than 1991 Honda CRX. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 824 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX. 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, 1991 Honda CRX, 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) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1991 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Volante | CRX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
