1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1984 Renault R5
To start off, 1984 Renault R5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1984 Renault R5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Volante | R5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
