1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 249 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 999 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Volante | Corsa |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |