1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. 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 Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Virage | Familia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
