1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 527 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. 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, 2000 Opel Meriva, 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | Virage | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 53 L |
