1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1979 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | Lagonda | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |