1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 22 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 14 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (291 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 606 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Volante | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 98 L |