1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 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 35 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 701 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | V8 Volante | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 100 L |