2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 540 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Vantage | 626 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |