1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 151 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 459 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Volante | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 79 L |