1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Volante | Familia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |