1999 Nissan Serena vs. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1999 Nissan Serena is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 126 kg more than 1999 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Serena. (403 Nm). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Serena | 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Serena | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
