1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 213 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 625 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. 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, 1995 Honda Accord, 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | Virage | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| 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 | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 65 L |
