1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 23 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 148 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 502 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.

Because 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante 2009 Nissan X-Trail
Make Aston Martin Nissan
Model V8 Volante X-Trail
Year Released 1986 2009
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1814 kg 2316 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 97 L 65 L


 

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