1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 850 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. 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 Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Virage | Luce |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
