1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle
To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 155 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. 1999 Mazda Activehicle has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda Activehicle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 Mazda Activehicle | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Activehicle |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 65 L |