1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 910 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Virage | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Virage | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
