1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 85 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | V8 Volante | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |
