1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 629 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1994 Rover 200 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
Model | V8 Volante | 200 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |