1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 860 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Vantage | RX-2 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |