1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 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 147 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | Virage | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
