1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 136 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2004 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | V8 Volante | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 87 L |
