1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hilux is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hilux. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hilux. (428 Nm). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 915 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 61 L |
