1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1981 Renault Siete
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault Siete would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 273 more horse power than 1981 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1981 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault Siete, 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1981 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Volante | Siete |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
