1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 704 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | Project Vantage | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 116 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |