1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 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 178 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 554 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1984 Audi 90 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Volante | 90 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2226 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |