1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 19 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 12 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (305 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 743 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | V8 Volante | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 88 L |
