1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 31 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 89 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (228 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 351 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | V8 Volante | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 65 L |
