1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 554 kg more than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard 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 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Volante | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2030 mm |