1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 32 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | V8 Volante | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
