1991 Audi 200 vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1991 Audi 200 is newer by 2 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 100 more horse power than 1991 Audi 200. (217 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 290 kg more than 1991 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 200 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, 1991 Audi 200 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 200. (315 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 200. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1991 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1991 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 200 | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | 200 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 97 L |
