1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 790 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 1986 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1986 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Mazda | Aston Martin |
| Model | 929 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2990 mm |
