1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 15 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 259 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Virage | YRV |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 36 L |
