1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Volante | Corvette |
Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 68 L |