1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Virage | 616 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
