1981 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1977 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1413 kg more than 1977 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1977 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Lagonda | 323 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2320 mm |
