1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | Virage | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
