2004 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 129 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1980 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. (367 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Voyager | 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | Voyager | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1943 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 97 L |
