1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 890 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica, 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | Celica |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |