1973 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Sprinter | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sprinter | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5340 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2920 mm |
