1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2010 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2010 Mazda B4000 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 634 kg more than 2010 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2010 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Volante | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 74 L |
