1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera 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 206 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 512 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera. 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, 2006 Nissan Primera, 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Aston Martin Virage 2006 Nissan Primera
Make Aston Martin Nissan
Model Virage Primera
Year Released 1989 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5339 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 344 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 193 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 80.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 255 km/hour 205 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 1408 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 105 L 62 L