2001 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 612 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (177 Nm). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Vibe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Vibe | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Pontiac | Aston Martin |
| Model | Vibe | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
