1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 142 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 394 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. 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, 1990 Honda Legend, 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1990 Honda Legend | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Volante | Legend |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 68 L |