1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | V8 Vantage | 240 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |