1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Virage 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 314 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Virage | Minica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
