1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 14 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
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 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | Hilux |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 745 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |