1996 Honda Today vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
Model | Today | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |