1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 18 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 38 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 186 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | V8 Volante | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 76 L |
