1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2001 Renault Clio is newer by 19 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 87 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 114 kg more than 2001 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio. 2001 Renault Clio 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. 2001 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Volante | Clio |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 60 L |
