1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 200 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 V8 Vantage. 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 V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
