1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | Lagonda | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2340 mm |
