1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza 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 255 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 984 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. 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 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Virage | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
