1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 23 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 184 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 107 kg more than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | V8 Volante | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 57 L |
