2001 Toyota Highlander vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 54 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Highlander | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
| Model | Highlander | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
