1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 949 kg more than 1974 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 V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Volante | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |