1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 21 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Titan.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. 2009 Nissan Titan 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. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | Virage | Titan |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 140 L |