1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 26 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 162 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 607 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Aerio 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. 2007 Suzuki Aerio has automatic transmission and 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki Aerio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | V8 Volante | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 50 L |
