1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 25 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 97 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | Virage | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 83 L |