1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 17 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) has 270 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 936 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
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, 2006 Ford Ikon, 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Virage | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| 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 | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 48 L |
