2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 25 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 87 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 514 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
Model | Durango | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 97 L |