1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Volvo XC90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Volvo XC90. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2004 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo XC90. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | V8 Vantage | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 72 L |
