1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 75 L |