1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 178 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | Virage | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
