1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 77 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 6 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest. 2005 Nissan Quest 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. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Volante | Quest |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 76 L |
