1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 28 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 2010 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2010 Volvo XC70 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. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | V8 Volante | XC70 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |