1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (360 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 757 kg more than 1999 Dodge Durango.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (559 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Durango | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 559 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
