1981 Volvo 240 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Volvo 240 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Volvo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 240 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2127 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2601 mm |
