2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, both vehicles can yield 434 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 97 L |
