2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 440 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | V8 Vantage | 244 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |