1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 3 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 266 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 944 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
Model | V8 Volante | 100 1.4 D |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |