1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1324 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1973 Honda Life | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Volante | Life |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 50.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 61 L |