1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 209 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 560 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Volante | Spirit |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |