1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1973 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Volante | Familia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 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 |
