1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 989 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1981 Skoda L | |
Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
Model | V8 Volante | L |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 38 L |