1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 4 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 199 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 594 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1989 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V8 Volante | Magna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
