1995 Opel Frontera vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
| Model | Frontera | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| 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 | 1639 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 97 L |
