2010 Dodge Caliber vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 480 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber, 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Caliber | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Caliber | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 97 L |
