2000 Toyota Tundra vs. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 506 kg more than 2000 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Tundra | 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
| Model | Tundra | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2920 mm |
