1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2003 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2003 Mahindra Commander is newer by 18 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 248 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 444 kg more than 2003 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mahindra Commander 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, 2003 Mahindra Commander 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2003 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mahindra |
| Model | V8 Volante | Commander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
