1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1985 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Vantage | 323 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1070 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |