1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 9 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 297 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today 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, 1997 Honda Today 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | Virage | Today |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |