1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Virage | Montero |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 90 L |
