1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 670 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Luce |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |