2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 519 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
| Model | RAV4 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 97 L |
