1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP) has 458 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | Celica |
Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 745 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |