1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1992 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 254 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 579 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1992 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | V8 Volante | Golf |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
