1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 552 kg more than 1980 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | V8 Vantage | 240 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 60 L |