1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo 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 248 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo 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 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tata |
| Model | V8 Volante | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2425 mm |
