1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 13 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 221 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
Model | Durango | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |