1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 24 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 145 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 526 kg more than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle has automatic transmission and 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Volante | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |