1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 Toyota Conquest
To start off, 1996 Toyota Conquest is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Conquest. (174 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 874 kg more than 1996 Toyota Conquest. 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 V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Conquest. (135 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 Toyota Conquest | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1973 cc |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1116 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
