2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 28 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | SsangYong | Aston Martin |
| Model | Korando | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 97 L |
