1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 18 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 178 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 70 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, 2007 Honda Element, 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | Virage | Element |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 60 L |