1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2010 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 22 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 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 780 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. 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, 2010 Tata Indigo, 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Aston Martin Virage 2010 Tata Indigo
Make Aston Martin Tata
Model Virage Indigo
Year Released 1988 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5338 cc 1405 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 5500 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 253 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1920 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 105 L 42 L


 

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