1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 6 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 208 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 944 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1991 Rover 100 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
Model | V8 Volante | 100 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |