2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 404 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Suzuki | Aston Martin |
| Model | Grand Vitara | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 97 L |
