1984 Volvo 740 vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 395 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Volvo 740 | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Volvo | Aston Martin |
Model | 740 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2316 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2604 mm |