1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 395 kg more than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | Lagonda | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
