1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin Virage 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 206 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 740 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | Virage | Levante |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |