1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 640 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 929 | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Mazda | Aston Martin |
Model | 929 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1767 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |