1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (119 HP @ 3450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 86 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | V8 Volante | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
