1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 13 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 120 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 216 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Volante | Caprice |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |