1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 20 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 155 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 142 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Volante | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 98 L |
