1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 858 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 108 L |
