1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 630 kg more than 1973 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | Virage | 145 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |