1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 24 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 801 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | Virage | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 100 L |