1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1999 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Pony is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 234 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 884 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Pony, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1999 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | V8 Volante | Pony |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
