1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 294 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V8 Volante | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
