2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Jeep | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cherokee | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 97 L |
