1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 20 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 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V.
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, 2009 Honda FR-V, 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | Virage | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1799 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 | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 58 L |
