1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP) has 289 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 245. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 245.
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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 245. (143 Nm). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 245 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
