1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 964 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Volante | 323 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
