1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 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 192 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 16 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | V8 Volante | Korando |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |
