1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1999 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 13 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 213 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 654 kg more than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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. 1999 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1999 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Volante | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
