1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 920 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Vantage | 929 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |