1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 1988 Volvo 245 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 245.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 245. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 245 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
