1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 27 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 156 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 352 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
Model | V8 Volante | Terracan |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 75 L |