1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 486 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, both vehicles can yield 434 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | V8 Saloon | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 96 L |
