1991 Chevrolet APV vs. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet APV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 224 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet APV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet APV | 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | APV | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |