1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1982 Ford Meteor

To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor 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 272 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 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 1989 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor, 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Aston Martin Virage 1982 Ford Meteor
Make Aston Martin Ford
Model Virage Meteor
Year Released 1989 1982
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5339 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 344 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 111 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 885 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2370 mm


 

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