1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. (79 HP @ 2200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 114 kg more than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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.
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1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Volante | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |