1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 7 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 5,340 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 196 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 774 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | V8 Volante | 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
