2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest, 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Quest | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 97 L |
