1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Mazda Luce is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 559 kg more than 1974 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Volante | Luce |
Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |