1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 177 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Volante | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 50 L |