1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Toyota Mark II is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin Virage 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 188 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mark II 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, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | Virage | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
