1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 19 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 373 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy 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, 2005 GMC Envoy 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy 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 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | V8 Volante | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 95 L |
