1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 21 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 133 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 137 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jeep |
| Model | V8 Volante | Compass |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 51 L |
