1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1986 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante and 1986 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1986 Ford Ranger. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Ranger.
Because 1986 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Ranger 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. 1986 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1986 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Volante | Ranger |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |