1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1990 Chevrolet APV
To start off, both 1990 Aston Martin Virage and 1990 Chevrolet APV were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 225 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet APV, 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, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Virage | 1990 Chevrolet APV | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | Virage | APV |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |