1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 12 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) has 154 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 36 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin Virage.
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) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2000 GMC Safari | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | Virage | Safari |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 319 Nm |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |