1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Virage 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 299 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Virage | Carol |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 30 L |
