1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 31 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 896 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | Lagonda | Tundra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3710 mm |