1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1991 Toyota Model F

To start off, 1991 Toyota Model F is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Virage 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 268 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 620 kg more than 1991 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Model F.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Aston Martin Virage 1991 Toyota Model F
Make Aston Martin Toyota
Model Virage Model F
Year Released 1989 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5339 cc 1811 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 344 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1920 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2240 mm


 

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