1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |