1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 20 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 73 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 196 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot. 2008 Honda Pilot 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. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Volante | Pilot |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 77 L |