1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2005 Isuzu KB 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 5,340 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 188 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Isuzu KB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB. 2005 Isuzu KB 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. 2005 Isuzu KB will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | V8 Volante | KB |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1810 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 83 L |
