1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 22 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 132 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 327 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | V8 Volante | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 72 L |
