1996 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 208 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 178 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Aston Martin |
| Model | Caravelle | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1818 kg |
