1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 18 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 189 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 98 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Volante | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
