1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 15 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 237 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 484 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Volante | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 50 L |
