1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 610 kg more than 1987 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | Virage | 929 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |