1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 29 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 13 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | V8 Volante | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2774 mm |
