1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Chante |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
