1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1976 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Volante | Familia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
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 | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 800 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 |