1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 24 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | V8 Vantage | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2774 mm |
