1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 25 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 239 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 769 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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, 2009 Tata Indica, 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Tata |
Model | V8 Volante | Indica |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 37 L |