1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1985 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chrysler New Yorker 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 248 more horse power than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 725 kg more than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Chrysler New Yorker, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1985 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | Virage | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
