1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (433 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 520 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | V8 Zagato | 240 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |