1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 550 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. 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 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | V8 Zagato | 244 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |