1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina 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 368 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 319 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Project 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 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | Project Vantage | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |
