1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1986 Citroen Aventure
To start off, 1986 Citroen Aventure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Aventure. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Aventure.
Because 1985 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 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Aventure, 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Aventure. (120 Nm). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Aventure.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1986 Citroen Aventure | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Volante | Aventure |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
