1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 27 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), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 160 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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Mazda | Aston Martin |
| Model | 929 | Virage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2061 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
