1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 27 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 70 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 233 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Volante | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 83 L |
