1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 559 kg more than 1973 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Volante | Luce |
Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |