1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 303 kg more than 2005 Mazda Marathon. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Marathon |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2260 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 10 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1517 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 76 L |