1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 1064 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
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1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Saloon | AZ |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |