1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin Virage | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | Virage | 818 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |