1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa, 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | Previa |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 75 L |