1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 22 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) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 286 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | V8 Volante | Discovery |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 93 L |