1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 14 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 49 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 349 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | Virage | S60 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
