1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 19 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 169 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 96 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Volante | Captiva |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 65 L |