1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso 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 225 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 81 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | Virage | Musso |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
