1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 23 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 47 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 317 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Volante | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2131 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |
