1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 496 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Mondeo | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 97 L |
