1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Toyota Highlander is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (329 Nm). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | V8 Volante | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 73 L |
