1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 15 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 222 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
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1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | Virage | Tribute |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 57 L |