1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 21 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1443 kg more than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Volante | Excursion |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 167 L |