2005 Saturn ION vs. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 551 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION, 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn ION | 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Saturn | Aston Martin |
Model | ION | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 309 HP |
Torque | 197 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 97 L |