1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. 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 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Virage | 323 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
