2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 760. (156 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 585 kg more than 1983 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 760. (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | Vanquish | 760 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
