1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 15 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 102 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 111 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
Model | V8 Volante | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |